Star guard Luka Doncic has missed the last four games for the [Los Angeles Lakers](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/los-angeles-lakers) due to a left hamstring strain.
The injury placed his status for the 2026 NBA All-Star game in doubt, but it sounds like that doubt can now be erased.
Luka Doncic expects to play in 2026 NBA All-Star Game
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While speaking with media members at All-Star weekend, Doncic revealed that he’s feeling better and plans to play a little bit, at least.
“I feel pretty good. I’ve been working to get back,” [Doncic said](https://nypost.com/2026/02/14/sports/luka-doncic-to-play-a-little-bit-in-2026-nba-all-star-game/). “Obviously I wanted to play the last game, but it wasn’t possible. I was almost there. So I think I will play a little bit.”
Technically, playing in the exhibition could be a good way for Doncic to ease himself back into action, though he shouldn’t be expected to play many minutes, given the injury.
It will be the sixth career All-Star appearance for Doncic, who was selected as a starter for the game.
On the season, Doncic has appeared in 42 games for the Lakers and is averaging 32.8 points, 8.6 assists, 7.8 rebounds and 1.4 steals per performance.
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